Sales Manager/Business Development Manager

Lawrence Harvey; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international robotics company is searching for a Sales Manager/Business Development Manager to establish and grow their presence in the UK market. This role involves driving robotic sales, developing sales strategies, and managing the full sales cycle. The ideal candidate will have experience in industrial robotics and B2B sales, showcasing their ability to present to stakeholders and deliver technical demonstrations. This is a unique opportunity to be the first UK hire and shape the market.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial robotics, industrial automation, or related manufacturing technologies.
• Proven B2B sales experience, including pipeline management and CRM usage.
• Confident presenting to senior stakeholders and delivering technical demos.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute UK-specific sales strategies.
• Build and manage a strong sales pipeline.
• Drive business development and manage the full sales cycle.

Skills

Experience in industrial robotics

B2B sales experience

Pipeline management

Technical demonstrations

CRM usage

Job description

Overview

Sales Manager/Business Development Manager - Robotics

UK (Remote)

Do you thrive on driving robotic sales and shaping a new market from the ground up?

A leading international robotics company is looking for a Sales Manager/Business Development Manager to establish and grow their presence in the UK.

This is a rare opportunity to be the company's first UK hire, combining sales expertise with technical knowledge of industrial robotics and automation.

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop and execute UK-specific sales strategies, including lead generation and pipeline management.
• Build and manage a strong sales pipeline, using CRM tools to track opportunities and progress.
• Drive business development and manage the full sales cycle in the UK.
• Localise sales and technical documentation for the UK market.
• Provide technical and application support, including proof-of-concept demonstrations and on-site presentations.
• Act as the company\'s technical representative on-site, delivering high levels of service and building long-term customer relationships.
• Capture market insights and customer feedback to influence product positioning, strategy, and commercial strategy.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in industrial robotics, industrial automation, or related manufacturing technologies.
• Strong understanding of industrial processes and efficiency optimisation, safety, and productivity.
• Proven B2B sales experience, including pipeline management and CRM usage.
• Confident presenting to senior stakeholders and delivering technical demos and PoCs.
• Self-motivated, independent, and capable of driving operations in a new market.
• Adaptable, solution-oriented, and able to collaborate with international teams.

Remote across the UK, with occasional travel to customer sites and international offices.

If you want to be the first UK hire for a fast-growing robotics company, combining sales and technical expertise to shape the market, apply now.